Miles:

I am writing for two reasons...First- I miss Rich terribly! He may be one of the funniest people I have ever met, and he sincerely had me laughing everyday in class.  His lectures were awesome and I miss all the random tidbits he added to the topic.  I just emailed him yesterday and was telling him how much info I got from the National Personal Training Institute that I use everyday. So many of the people at Total Athlete come to me with back injuries, and an array of tweaks and pains that they want and need help with and I feel very confident that I can help people feel better with what I learned at school.

I am very happy with my education from National Personal Training Institute and I hope other students know how much info and insight comes from the lectures.

Ok and secondly, I just wanted to say thank you!-Leanne DePaul

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Miles:

I just wanted to let you know what a great six months this has been for me.  You run a top notch school...I am very impressed.  I learned so much and am already putting this knowledge to use.  Thanks again and tell Bob and Miriam I said hello. -Barb Holtz

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 Dear Rich and Jeff:

During my time in college I found myself lost in the career path I decided upon and disappointed with the professors that were forced upon me. These professors were always knowledgeable, however they lacked the skills to actually care for and help their students. Once enrolled at the National Personal Training Institute I was skeptical as to if this schooling was actually everything I needed it to be. Thankfully it was all I could hope for and more. I didn't see you guys as teachers but rather as caring, friendly, fun, fitness mentors that were there to do everything in your power to help us all understand the sometimes complicated material, and to keep things fun and interesting along the way. For that I will always be indebted to you both and I want to thank you for everything you did for me during my life changing experience at the National Personal Training Institute.-Cody Leach

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Hey Miles, Miriam and Bob:

I just wanted to tell you guys what I've been up to since class ended. Things kind of fell into place for me and I started my own Personal Training Studio. It's called Pursuit Fitness Studio and it's going really well. I just wanted to thank you guys because you gave me skills in this field and in life that I could not have gotten anywhere else. I know that if I would have gotten some little on-line certification this dream would have not come true. I really mean this when I say it; your school has been the best thing I have ever done. I couldn't have asked for better teachers and people. You made my dreams come true and I'm sure you will make a lot of other people's dreams come true as well. Take care.-Shea

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Miles, Miriam, and Rich:

I just wanted to send a thank you and let you know what a great education and eye opening experience it was to spend six months with you all. Previous to my time at the National Personal Training Institute I thought I knew a lot about exercise and related topics but I quickly found out there are many variables and considerations in developing successful exercise programs that I would not have known about without the education from the National Personal Training Institute. Rich was simply an outstanding instructor and both Rich and Miriam led by example and demonstrated an extreme passion in their teaching. As an update, I have started my fitness career as an independent contractor at the brand new Anytime Fitness in Solon and the new Strongstyle Martial Arts Fitness Center in Independence. I couldn't have done it without you. Thanks again for the education!-Cal

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Hey Miles:

It's Nick and I really wanted to say thank you for the opportunity and the help you gave me while I was enrolled at the National Personal Training Institute. My life has taken a turn in a very positive direction and I feel unbelievably fortunate to have been a part of your program. It still hasn't sunk in yet all of the things I can now accomplish due to the education and practical experience I received from the National Personal Training Institute. I gave you six dedicated months of my time and you gave me a career that I can retire from. My time at the National Personal Training Institute has allowed me to rival the knowledge and capabilities of other personal trainers who have been training for years. I cannot express my gratitude enough for what you, Miriam and Rich have done for me.-Nick

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Hi Miles!

Just a note to let you know what I'm up to. I set up my own in-home personal training business. I travel to my clients' home or offices to train them and I show them they don't need to spend a lot of money on equipment to get a burnin' workout. Yes I've gotten very creative! It's great and I'm loving it! The National Personal Training Institute was the best career choice I've ever made and I have so much fun with my clients. My clients love the fact that we can both work around each other's schedules and it's convenient for all of us. I thank you all for all the knowledge you gave us. Thank you always. -Maria, Maria's Personal Training, LLC.

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Hello Miles:

I wanted to touch base and give you an update on my fitness career. I'm currently employed by the Akron General Wellness Center in Fairlawn and its going well. It's truly a state of the art facility and a great place to work. I used to pass it on my way to class at the National Personal Training Institute each day and think to myself, 'I'd love to get a job there as a personal trainer'. I read the bios of all the personal trainers working there and since they all had a four year college degree in some type of exercise or sports conditioning, I naturally thought they'd never hire me since I don't have a degree. I gave it a try anyhow and sent in my resume in May and after some perseverance, I was hired and I love it!!! I'm sure I couldn't have done it without the experience and education you, Rich and Miriam provided. Thanks so much!!!-Cindy

(Click here to see Cindy's Akron General Wellness Bio)

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Miles-

I thought I would take a quick second to tell you how really impressive your school is. Being a personal trainer has always been my life's dream and I know that with the great training and knowledge I am getting from you guys, I am actually going to be able to make that dream a reality. I'm so excited and I can never thank you guys enough. I'm so glad I attended the National Personal Training Institute instead of doing some ridiculous on-line certification. -Ken

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Miles, Miriam and Bob:

Thanks so much for all the work you put into making the National Personal Training Institute an awesome school! I've learned so much and feel prepared to be a great trainer. Keep up the good Work!-Melinda

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Rich and Jeff:

I wanted to say that I really enjoyed my time as a student at the National Personal Training Institute and that it was a pleasure working with each of you. You were both very clear in your lectures and in practical and I learned how to succeed in a great profession. I can't wait to get going. I hope you continue working at the National Personal Training Institute for a long time as I feel that all the new students should have the opportunity to be taught by great instructors like you two. Today's the first day after I completed the program and it's kind of depressing that I'm done with school. The six months went faster than I ever expected. Thanks for everything and I'll keep you posted with my new career.- Matt.

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Miriam-

I wanted to touch base as I thought you'd be interested in seeing one of your students make good on all that you taught me. As you know, after I finished at the National Personal Training Institute, I started working with Equinox Health Clubs. Well, I left in October and I just opened up my own personal training studio (www.studioechicago.com) and it's going great. I think of you and your great teaching often and know I wouldn't have been able to do this without you. -Karina

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Hello Guys. Miss all of you. I am working at Willoughby Fitworks and have been there for about five weeks. I have to say that I train very different from all the other trainers in that I work more with the Bosu, stability ball, bands and my client's own body weight and less with machines. I found that my clients love it. I'm also the only trainer that will spend extra time stretching out (time permitting) my clients. I left Fitworks tonight thinking I truly love doing this! I can't thank you guys enough for everything. I still refer back to my notebooks for some of my clients- I keep everything from class handy. You can spot a NPTI student a mile away- we totally stand out!-Wendi

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Miles-

I wanted to thank you for everything, you and Miriam are the dynamic duo. I found your program but you two helped me find my career. The gym I work at actually has opened a speed school so now I've been splitting my schedule between personal training and speed training and development, which is awesome. You really helped me find my way and I thank you for everything. -Josh

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I just wanted to thank you for the great experience I had at the National Personal Training Institute. When I graduated in April, 2010, I didn’t know where I was going to work, what kind of trainer I would be and I definitely didn’t think I had the skills to be a good trainer. Well, three weeks after graduation I got hired at Fitness Together in Brecksville and I have to say I couldn’t be happier!! Rich did such a great job with the program. I learned so much from NPTI and without a doubt it helped me get where I wanted to be. -Christopher

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Miriam-

Things are going really well. Ed (Owner, Kings Gym) and Barb (head trainer) are just slamming me with new clients all the time. It's great!! Ed calls me his star and Barb (who is by far the busiest trainer here) says she can't believe the quality of my education as a personal trainer. I guess most new personal trainers never had the opportunity to learn all that I have from you. I can't thank you enough for that. I feel so very confident with my training technique and exercise selection for each of my clients different needs. Pretty cool! -Michele

(Click here to see Michele's bio)

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Hey Miles, Miriam, & Bob:

I wanted to e-mail you guys and let you know that I’m working as a personal trainer at Urban Active fitness in Cincinnati and I couldn't be happier. I wish I could do more then thank you for what you have given me. Your school was life changing and I've never been happier. Doors just keep opening up to bigger and better possibilities; you guys were the best teachers I've ever had. Thank you again, Brad

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I wanted to thank you so much for everything. I recently started a new job and I brought in some of the exercises you taught me and none of the other trainers have ever seen them. One of the trainers even asked me if I was going into pre-med because of how much I leaned from you about anatomy and physiology. YOU ARE THE BEST OF THE BEST! -Matt

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